Looks like Instagram has bigger aspirations w/ Instagram Stories other than being a Snapchat knock-off. Their latest update adds 2 new features that will continue to help it stand out more so on its own 2 legs. Welcome live video broadcasting & disappearing photos for IG Direct.
The live video feature will be a part of their Stories section as your followers will see a Live badge. You’ll be able to broadcast to your followers for live comments + hearts (like Facebook Live) as well as be visible on the Explore page. While on the disappearing photos side of things, you got Snapchat-like photos and videos to be shared via IG Direct. They can be shared to those who follow you as you will be alerted when someone replays the video or takes a screenshot. You can add text & draw on your images as well like in IG Stories.
The disappearing messages are rolling out today as the live video feature is set to arrive in coming weeks. WHo’s interested in live streaming via Instagram?
